An understanding of the origin and dynamics of heritable genetic variation within classical animal breeding programs is needed to provide the context for understanding the contributions and concerns ...

Traditional methods of genetic modification can also see a rapid spread of engineered genes within a population, raising both ecological and ethical questions. In response, many regulatory frameworks ...

What are Living Modified Organisms (LMOs)? Living Modified Organisms (LMOs) are organisms whose genetic material has been altered using modern biotechnology techniques, such as genetic engineering.

The first part of the OW article sets out – via a series of questions – to explain the background to the controversy around ...

An ad hoc committee appointed by the National Academies to explore heritable genetic modifications of food animals. This committee will address methods for heritable genetic modifications and identify ...